I took a norco 10/325 at 4:30 pm, and again at 5 pm when it was time for me to take a different prescription. I simply picked up the wrong med and didn't realize it until immediately after I swallowed it! Should I be concerned? I take a lot of prescription medication, much of which has a moderate interaction of depressing my central nervous & respiratory systems. I am planning not to take one of my as needed meds that I was going to take so as to prevent any extra cns or respiratory depression. But could anyone with experience in this area please let me know if I should be worried about the accidental double dose of norco (20 mg hydrocodone and 650 tylenol)... Thanks!
Accidentally took 2 of the same med! Should I be concerned???
Question posted by PurpleButterfies on 30 Dec 2013
Last updated on 2 January 2014
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3 Answers
alesha
30 Dec 2013
I think you'll be okay, just try not to do it again, watch out for bad symptoms, and relax. Don't scare yourself. N worst comes to worst go to the e.r! But if I did that, me personally,I'd go lay in bed, snuggled up, and watch some tv, cause your gunna be pretttttty woozy for a while lolol!
kathyhanson
30 Dec 2013
I could write a book on this blunder, because I've done it so many times in my life! You should be OK. Like you said, don't take your as needed med. Watch for difficulty breathing, bluish tint around the mouth and stomach pain. If you develop any of these, contact your doctor immediately. If I were you, I'd try to stay as active as possible for a little while; don't go to sleep. Since you take these meds regularly, I doubt that you'll have a problem.
kaismama
30 Dec 2013
I agree, you're used to them so it shouldn't be too bad. You may be a little sedated is all. Weekly pill boxes stop these kinds of accidents.
Dumpster Diver
3 Jan 2014
My weekly Pillsaver box(es) are my biggest Lifeline..Have to have 'em. Sunday nite
is my ritual filling time, and calling for re-fills..Never, ever thought this is Me...
Auto-Matic re-fills just doesn't work for me..IMO~~D_SQUARED~~
Tee6759
30 Dec 2013
Hey there, Anjeegyrl,
I'm not very familiar with the drug you describe. As for the Tylenol portion, you should be okay. How sedated does one tablet make you? You may notice more sedation. If you are seriously concerned, check with your pharmacist. They would know best your medicinal background. Have someone check on you until the sedation passes. Don't feel bad cuz we've all done it! Get better soon!
Seeking peace,
Tee
PurpleButterfies
30 Dec 2013
I called my pharmacist and she just basically said everyone is different so she can't tell me whether I am going to have a problem or not. That its up to me if I want to call poision control or go to the emergency room, but that she think I will probably be fine since its not a new prescription for me, if I eat something and drink plenty of water. Already eating and drinking water, but am very sleepy so know I will be asleep soon just don't know how my breathing will be, so setting my alarm to wake me to be safe.
Tee6759
30 Dec 2013
Have someone check on you through the evening. This will be an added lifeline for you. Other than being sleepy, you should be fine. Try not to stress about it.
Tee
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